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Pro Add-on Query

Malachor
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Registered: ‎15-04-2015

Pro Add-on Query

Hi All,
We have the unlimited fibre package (~39mb) and noticed that, during peak times (5pm-10pm), our streaming of movies via Netflix/Prime etc. is extremely slow compared to earlier/later in the day.  Having read your traffic management/speed guides and related articles, I opted for the pro add-on to help prioritise our connection and hopefully speed things up.  I only added the package yesterday but had confirmation that it was active and things should improve, but I can confirm streaming is still extremely slow. 
For info:
Streaming devices physically connected via Ethernet cable
BT Speed Test shows correct download speed of 36~40mb.
Would someone be able to clarify if, when this package is active, it should help with streaming issues? If not, I'll cancel it and save myself £5 a month if it's not going to help.
Many thanks
Mal.
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Oldjim
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Re: Pro Add-on Query

no it won't
Starmans
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Re: Pro Add-on Query

Is the streaming via Wifi?
ricke17
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Re: Pro Add-on Query

I binned the add on as it made no difference with my streaming
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rongtw
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Re: Pro Add-on Query

The pro add on will only make a difference on ADSL connections not Fibre
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jelv
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Re: Pro Add-on Query

Not correct!
Pro doesn't make a difference on any of the Unlimited products* as they give line speed all day on all protocols.
It WILL make a difference to things like Plusnet Extra Fibre.

* One exception to this is the version of Unlimited sold during 2009
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leader
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Re: Pro Add-on Query

Unless under  abnormal load conditions (plan B & C) ?